Findings: Two randomized controlled trials of 69 participants total. M-A of body image outcomes possible but SMD of -.13 did not find support for an effect.

This systematic review is currently (August 2014) being updated (by Bradt, Goodill & Shim) with new studies included.

Overall, there has been DMT outcome research conducting using various forms of clinical trials to demonstrate benefits with the following outcomes and populations. A reference list of the studies from which this list was drawn follows below. It suggests the breadth of application and utility of this therapeutic approach,when provided by a trained professional clinician.

National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health (2010). Core interventions in the treatment and management of schizophrenia in adults in primary and secondary care (Updated edition). National Clinical Guideline Number 82. London, UK: The British Psychological Society & The Royal College of Psychiatrists. [Note: This government publication in the UK recommends dance/movement therapy and other creative arts therapies in treatment for adults with schizophrenia.]